Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie Simpson are some of the most recognisable cartoons in history thanks to their distinctive features but have you ever wondered why their skin is bright yellow?

The cartoon series ‘The Simpsons’ has been running for an astonishing 24 years, since it started airing in January 1990. The characters of Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie have become beloved mainstays on television, along with a host of other characters in the show.